Review of The Wandering Mathematician

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The review is fabulous. Enticing deliver of the content scoping the travels, exploration and the foundational inclusion of mathematics. I am excited to read this because I have a lice for the universal incision of mathematics in everything. I was particularly touched by the reference to his mother settling their foundation of ethics and character. Well written. Thank you
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Shmuel Kantorovitz's The Wandering Mathematician is a heartfelt memoir about family, perseverance, and a lifelong love of learning. Traveling from Jerusalem to Casablanca, his story highlights the impact of education, culture, and close family ties. An inspiring read!
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Strong family connections are important, and I can only applaud a book where the author shares his experiences and highlights this importance. I love the bit about the mother who wanted to be a teacher, who was a great storyteller and taught her children, giving them the curiosity for school and education.
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Post by Precious Zikhali »

Great reviews! It is very exciting and pleasing for me to read about families background, where they come from and how their lives are shaped by the environment, society, experience and beliefs. The author displayed how the mother had great influence in their lives. I admire how you focused on the importance of "Having a family".
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"The Wandering Mathematician" seems like a fascinating read, blending a family's journey across the world with personal and intellectual growth. I love how it highlights the importance of education and strong family connections. Congrats on BOTD!
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Congrats on BOTD!
Shmuel Kantorovitz's memoir "The Wandering Mathematician" is about endurance, family, and a lifetime quest for knowledge. His trip from Jerusalem to Casablanca is proof of the value of education, culture, and close family ties.
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Thank you for the thorough review. "The Wandering Mathematician" by Shmuel Kantorovitz is a well laid out autobiography. I like that the author includes a brief history of his family migration from Jerusalem to France as well as pictures. Despite the name the story does not focus on math and instead centers around his, and his family’s experiences and travels emphasizing the importance of familial connections.
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Interesting autobiography. I will be excited to get started on exploring Kantorovitz life since birth , in Morocco, Jerusalem and France. I look forward to enjoying and learning from the author's life. Congratulations Book of the day
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Post by Harshitha G B »

The Wandering Mathematician" by Shmuel Kantorovitz is a memoir, so it definitely highlights the life journey which is celebrated, worth along with showing how one to face hurdles, how people should stick with their person's in any condition to have worthy life.
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Post by MAUPO MFUNE »

What I like most is the savta shoshana was a wonderful story teller because of his gift his siblings they never forget his culture.thats beautiful
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This review provides a well-structured and insightful take on "The Wandering Mathematician". It highlights the book’s themes of family, education, and resilience while appreciating the author’s storytelling. The mention of the book’s clarity, lack of errors, and inclusion of personal photographs adds depth. The balanced critique makes it an engaging recommendation.
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Post by Natalie MT »

Very interesting review. I wonder if the author's religious or cultural heritage is at all addressed in this book. I wish I liked math more, but maybe that's exactly why I need to read it - it might give me more insight into what mathematicians do.
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"The Wandering Mathematician" by Shmuel Kantorovitz is an inspiring autobiography that traces his family's migration and his journey in mathematics. Highlighting resilience, education, and cultural roots, it captivates me—I just bought it and can't wait to read! Congrats BOTD!
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Post by Nerea »

A straightforward autobiography that is well-written is worth the time to read. I would like to follow through the life journey of Shmuel's family. What did they survive? And did they fulfill their dream? I will check the book out. Great review.
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Post by Kelvin Omollo »

I love math, but I can tell the book is more about the author's life adventures and culture. I look forward to learning more from Shmuel's experience. Nice review.
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